Lexus adding hybrid F Sport to new LS range
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(Pre-production LS 460 F Sport shown)
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21st September, 2012
Lexus will launch its most powerful F Sport model to date - the all-new LS
600h F Sport - in Australia within months.
Developing 327 kW of power from its V8 petrol-electric hybrid all-wheel drive drivetrain, the all-new model will also
become the first standard wheelbase Lexus LS hybrid to be offered in Australia.
Featuring numerous visual and performance enhancements, the LS 600h will be offered to the discerning driver who
enjoys the comfort and quietness of an LS, combined with the engaging driving dynamics of F Sport models.
The all-new LS 600h F Sport will be offered alongside a 280 kW LS 460 F Sport model.
Visually, F Sport models receive unique body work with sports bumpers front and rear,
exclusive 19-inch alloy wheels, F Sport mesh grille, F Sport badging, unique fog lamps and a 10mm lower ride height.
Inside, LS F Sport models benefit from the choice of two exclusive colour schemes, 16-way electrically adjustable F
Sport logo embossed sports seats, a dimple perforated leather steering wheel, a matching leather gear lever, and sports
aluminium pedals and scuff plates.
Backing-up the LS 600h F Sport's visual muscle is a suite of dynamic enhancements, including unique sports-tuned air
suspension, larger six-piston Brembo front brake package and the newly introduced switchable five-setting Drive Mode
Select - for control of vehicle powertrain and chassis settings.
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Uniquely, LS 600h F Sport will be the first Australia-bound Lexus model to receive active stabiliser bar technology -
for enhanced body control and steering response and precision.
LS 600h will also become Lexus' first all-wheel drive F Sport sedan - ensuring all 327 kilowatts are transferred to
the road, aiding a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 6.3 seconds.
The new LS F Sport models also benefit from a significant 60 per cent increase in body rigidity, resulting from the
adoption of new body bonding techniques, additional body bracing and increases in steel strength for the cabin.
The increased rigidity combines with changes to steering hardware and software to deliver a 20 per cent improvement
in steering feel and response over the previous model.
Lexus Chief Executive Tony Cramb said that the new LS F Sport models continue Lexus' renewed commitment to delivering
engaging and enjoyable vehicles.
"The LS F Sport models enhances vehicles that was recognised as the world's best, adding greater driving dynamics
to vehicles synonymous with being comfortable and quiet," said Mr Cramb.
"LS 600h F Sport becomes the flagship of our F Sport range and continues our march towards offering 11 F Sport
models by the end of this year," said Mr Cramb.
The Lexus LS 600h F Sport will join LS 460, LS 460 F Sport, and LS 600h L models at launch in the latter part of 2012
and early 2013.
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